Systems and Methods for Moving a Pallet Truck and Raising a Load

摘要

In some embodiments, a lift actuator is added to a pallet truck to effect initially lifting a load and a traction command effects fully raising the load while a pallet truck moves. In other embodiments, an electronic controller is programmed to effect initially lifting a load when a lift actuator is engaged and to effect fully lifting the load while a pallet truck moves when a traction actuator is engaged.

主权项

1. A proximity detection system for a pallet track comprising:
a base configured to mount the proximity detection system to the pallet truck; a paddle rotationally connected to the base and configured to rotate when the paddle comes into contact with a pallet; and a switch configured to generate a signal in response to the rotation of the paddle.